PT Recruiting Specialist

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent event venue in New Orleans is seeking a Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist (PT) to support recruitment and onboarding activities. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, maintaining applicant records, and enhancing the candidate experience. This part-time role is scheduled for 20–25 hours per week, with the possibility of evenings and weekends based on hiring needs. Candidates should possess strong communication, organizational skills, and a basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours as needed.
• Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment activities including job postings and candidate communications.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires.
• Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system.
• Prepare and distribute candidate packets and interview materials.
• Maintain accurate applicant records in the ATS and hiring files.
• Participate in recruitment events and outreach activities.
• Support periods of increased hiring volume as needed.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, including start dates and orientation.
• Communicate onboarding requirements and timelines to new hires.
• Provide support and respond to onboarding questions from new hires and managers.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure access, credentials, and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist (PT) provides support for recruitment and onboarding activities across the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (MCCNO). This role supports timely hiring and onboarding by coordinating recruitment logistics, maintaining accurate records, and communicating clearly with candidates, new hires, and internal stakeholders. The Specialist contributes to a consistent and professional candidate and employee experience through attention to detail, responsiveness, and effective coordination.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support recruitment activities for assigned job openings, including job postings, application review, candidate communications.
• Coordinate interview logistics, including scheduling, participant coordination, and interview-related communications.
• Serve as a point of contact for candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
• Prepare and distribute candidate packets and interview materials used in selection process.
• Maintain accurate and timely applicant records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and related hiring files.
• Participate in recruitment events, job fairs, and outreach activities as assigned.
• Support periods of increased hiring volume as needed.

Onboarding Coordination

• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including pre-employment requirements, start date scheduling, orientation coordination, and first-day readiness.
• Communicate onboarding requirements, timelines, and next steps to new hires in a clear and timely manner.
• Serve as a point of contact for routine onboarding questions from new hires and hiring managers.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure system access, credentials, uniforms, and required equipment are prepared as applicable.

Administrative Support

• Monitor hiring and onboarding progress to support staffing timelines and operational needs.
• Escalate issues, delays, or missing information to People Services staff as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and candidate information.
• Provide administrative support related to recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Support additional People Services projects or initiatives as assigned.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support hiring and onboarding activities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally and work effectively with diverse groups in high-pressure situations.
• Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform under minimal supervision while maintaining confidentiality.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position, typically scheduled 20–25 hours per week, with core hours Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Additional flexibility may be required based on hiring activity and operational needs.